Ultimate Fudge Chocolate Cake
This is not just any chocolate cake—it’s the one. Incredibly rich, perfectly moist, and deeply chocolatey, this fudge cake brings comfort in every bite. Ideal for celebrations, cozy weekends, or anytime chocolate calls your name.
Ingredients
For the cake:
- 1 cup 230g unsalted butter
- 200 g dark chocolate chopped or chips
- 1 cup 200g white sugar
- ½ cup 100g brown sugar
- ¾ cup 75g unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup 125g all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Optional for extra fudginess:
- ½ cup sour cream or plain yogurt
- ½ cup strong brewed coffee
For the ganache topping (optional):
- 200 g dark chocolate
- ½ cup 120ml heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon butter
Instructions
- Melt the butter and chocolate together in a heatproof bowl or pot until smooth, then let it cool slightly.
- Whisk in both sugars and the cocoa powder until the mixture is smooth and dark.
- Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each, then stir in vanilla, sour cream, and coffee if using.
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt, then fold into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the thick batter into a greased or lined 9-inch cake pan, smooth the top, and bake at 175°C (350°F) for 30–35 minutes. The edges should be set, and the center still slightly soft.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.
- Ganache topping:
- Heat the cream until it begins to simmer, then pour over chopped chocolate. Wait 1 minute, stir until smooth, add butter for shine, and pour over the cooled cake. Let it set before slicing.
Notes
- Use high-quality dark chocolate (at least 60% cocoa) for best results
- Don’t overbake to keep the center gooey and fudgy
- Chill the cake before slicing for cleaner edges and denser texture